Tirohanga, Lower Hutt

763 days ago

Recycled polyester

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Along our journey to creating a more sustainable future, our studios are working to incorporate innovative textiles into our product offering. The technical advancement of recycled yarn production has led to textiles which are not only more environmentally friendly, but emulate the soft handle of … View moreAlong our journey to creating a more sustainable future, our studios are working to incorporate innovative textiles into our product offering. The technical advancement of recycled yarn production has led to textiles which are not only more environmentally friendly, but emulate the soft handle of virgin fibres. In this article we explain the process of transforming post-consumer plastic bottles into recycled polyester yarn, through an investigation into the production of our first recycled product Kumo Recycled by James Dunlop.

Woven in 92% recycled polyester and 8% polyester yarn, Kumo Recycled presents a modern perspective on fibre construction. Available in 15 decorative shades, Kumo Recycled is suitable for those seeking a high-performance wide width sheer that is fire retardant and has a weighted selvedge in both residential and commercial applications, elegantly framing the view in any setting.

THE RECYCLING PROCESS:
At the recycling facility, post-consumer PET bottles are magnetically sorted by a metal detector and the labels are washed off with water in a revolving cylinder called a Tromel. The clean PET bottles are then sorted into types and colours by a near infrared ray and spectrum camera before being shredded into flakes underwater.

Separation occurs as lighter plastics float to the tank’s surface. The flakes are dried in a tumbler, then rinsed with sodium hydroxide, dried, rinsed in water, and dried once more. Residual contaminants and metals are then blown out and the flakes are shredded into smaller flakes, ready to be used to produce a liquid polymer (resin).

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

763 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week is a classic kiwi cottage on a big section in Waikanae Beach. For sale through Della Randall. Read all about it on page 3 of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them … View more
Our House of the Week is a classic kiwi cottage on a big section in Waikanae Beach. For sale through Della Randall. Read all about it on page 3 of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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764 days ago

Are you a Customer Service Superstar?

St John

Love helping customers find that perfect purchase?

Our Stores help fund our essential, life-saving services and community initiatives and this is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community.

If you're keen to volunteer, pop in and ask to see the Petone Store Manager … View more
Love helping customers find that perfect purchase?

Our Stores help fund our essential, life-saving services and community initiatives and this is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community.

If you're keen to volunteer, pop in and ask to see the Petone Store Manager Penny, or call her on 027 357 3114.

Or you can follow our easy online application process - just scan the barcode to the right or visit join.stjohn.org.nz and apply for job #47316
Apply

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765 days ago

Heritage Hutt photos for History records

Sandra from Normandale

Lower Hutt Main Street today High Street.

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765 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Donate now

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765 days ago

Win 1 of 4 Premium 55” Panasonic 4K TVs worth $2999* each.

The TV Guide

To celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming … View moreTo celebrate the FIFA World Cup, the TV Guide is giving you the chance to upgrade your lounge and impress your friends with a brand new 55” Panasonic 4K TV. Catch all the action with Panasonic’s new Premium LED TV, perfect for watching the FIFA World Cup, your favourite movies, streaming services, or classic TV shows.

Pick up a copy of the TV Guide each week between 13 Oct to 9 Nov, find the codeword, and follow the directions to be in to win! Each issue and codeword will be a new chance to win. You’ll have until 15 Nov to enter online or mail in your codeword. To view the T&Cs click here.

The team at the TV Guide

*based on recommended retail price
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765 days ago

Koraunui Ukulele performing Ukulele Christmas

DJ from Naenae

Another Koraunui Ukulele original that we wrote 22 October 2022.
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[G] My [C] dog [E] has [A] fleas
[C] Ukulele Christmas [F] jing-a-ling-a [C] ling
[F] See how many [C] jumping fleas
It [F] takes to make you [G7] sing
[C] If you have a ukulele
[Em] You can … View more
Another Koraunui Ukulele original that we wrote 22 October 2022.
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[G] My [C] dog [E] has [A] fleas
[C] Ukulele Christmas [F] jing-a-ling-a [C] ling
[F] See how many [C] jumping fleas
It [F] takes to make you [G7] sing
[C] If you have a ukulele
[Em] You can play this [Am] rhyme...
And [F] have a merry [C] Ukulele [G7] Christmas [C] time.

[C] De[Cmaj7]co[F]rate, we can decorate
[G7] Tinsel and twinkling [C] lights
[C] Ce[Cmaj7]le[F]brate, we can celebrate
[G7] Pohutukawa Christmas [C] tree
[F] Jesus born in [C] Bethlehem
Three [F] wise men from the [C] East
[F] Ukulele [Em] have four strings
[F] G, C, E and [G7] A.

[Chorus]

[C] Lo[Cmaj7]oo[F]ove, all the things we love
[G7] Pavlova, strawberries and [C] cream
[C] Fa[Cmaj7]mi[F]ly, all united
The [G7] Christmas joy of fami[C]ly
[F] Jesus born in [C] Bethlehem
Three [F] wise men from the [C] East
[F] Ukulele [Em] have four strings
[F] G, C, E and [G7] A.

[Chorus]
And [F] have a merry [C] Ukulele [G7] Christmas [C] time.

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767 days ago

Child Friendly Halloween

Annalise from Waterloo

Hi
Is anyone aware of any child friendly Halloween events or decorated houses or good streets to go trick or treating? My 4 year old LOVES Halloween and we were going to go to the trains at Maidstone but they have cancelled. Is there anything else neat going on this weekend/Monday I can take him … View more
Hi
Is anyone aware of any child friendly Halloween events or decorated houses or good streets to go trick or treating? My 4 year old LOVES Halloween and we were going to go to the trains at Maidstone but they have cancelled. Is there anything else neat going on this weekend/Monday I can take him too? Even if it's simply a great street where households get into the spirit?
Cheers
Annalise

767 days ago

Hutt Homed - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Hutt Homed

Our House of the Week this week is a tastefully redecorated1920's bungalow in Petone, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. For sale through Jit and Jiggy Govind from Ray White. Check it out on page 3 of Hutt Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Hutt Homed to find … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a tastefully redecorated1920's bungalow in Petone, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. For sale through Jit and Jiggy Govind from Ray White. Check it out on page 3 of Hutt Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Hutt Homed to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in Hutt Homed.

Distribution & Delivery:
Hutt Homed gets inserted into The Hutt News every Thursday, and is delivered to 42,423 homes in the Hutt area.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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767 days ago

Make your own courier box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lower Hutt

Keep daytime deliveries secure with this simple to build box that doubles as a seat painted in Resene Lustacryl. Find out how to create your own.

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767 days ago

7 ways to garden greener

The Warehouse New Zealand

With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices.… View more
With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices. You could grow a few veggies, fruit trees or even some windowsill herbs – all are a small step to living more sustainably, while saving a little money! Check out 7 ways to garden greener with The Warehouse.
Find out more

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768 days ago

Smartsizing your future

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.
If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on … View more
Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.
If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on maintenance and chores you’ll have more time to create a life full of enjoyment and meaning.
These webinars will offer insight into how you can make this happen.

Join us to hear from experts in their field as they offer insight into how you can achieve this.

Understanding the property market - Presented by Shane Cortese on Monday 14 November, 3:30pm.

Smart home technology - Presented by Grant Sidaway on Tuesday 15 November, 3:30pm.

Downsizing your way to a richer, happier life - Presented by Peter Walsh on Wednesday 16 November, 3:30pm.

These informative presentations are not to be missed, to find out more or to register click below.

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768 days ago

Have you met the volunteers at Addington Farm?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

These amazing community gardeners are finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about their great work (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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768 days ago

Gardening and section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

My name is Ian and iam your local garden maintenance provider.Garden clean ups, rental property maintenance and all your gardening needs, look no further than our independent, local, family owned and operated business. Natures Choice Maintenance and Lawn Pride ourselves on our ability to provide a … View moreMy name is Ian and iam your local garden maintenance provider.Garden clean ups, rental property maintenance and all your gardening needs, look no further than our independent, local, family owned and operated business. Natures Choice Maintenance and Lawn Pride ourselves on our ability to provide a full range of gardening services. Whether you are looking for commercial or residential service, one off or ongoing maintenance, our team will put in the hard work to assist you. Our clients are always satisfied with our service. Take a look at our many genuine Facebook reviews to find out about our customer’s experiences. We guarantee that you will have 100% satisfaction with our service and offer a guaranteed response to your FREE quote.
Wait theirs more ! Are you selling your house? The better the Garden looks
The better the bank balance will look!
Call me on 0272430951 or visit our web site on www.natureschoice.co.nz...............
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768 days ago

Pams products recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling a selection of its Pams brand sprouts with salmonella being discovered as a result of routine testing.

While New Zealand Food Safety has not received any notification of associated illness, these products have now been removed from shelves at New World, … View more
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling a selection of its Pams brand sprouts with salmonella being discovered as a result of routine testing.

While New Zealand Food Safety has not received any notification of associated illness, these products have now been removed from shelves at New World, Pak'n Save, and Four Square stores throughout the North Island.

New Zealand Food Safety deputy director general Vincent Arbuckle says "As is our usual practice, New Zealand Food Safety will be working with Foodstuffs to understand how the contamination occurred and prevent its recurrence."

What you need to know:
- The recall includes Pam's 100g punnets of Alfalfa Sprouts, Salad Sprouts, Sandwich Selection Sprouts, and Spicy Sprouts Combo - all with a use-by date of 4 November 2022.
- Affected product should not be eaten, but can be returned to place of purchase for a refund.
- Salmonella poisoning can be serious, especially for people vulnerable to illness, including the very young, the elderly, the pregnant, and those with compromised immune systems.

If you have consumed these products and have health concerns, contact your health professional or call Health Line: 0800 61 11 16.

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